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Bulk Licensing System (Antiques)

Volume 721: debated on Thursday 2 December 1965

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36.

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is satisfied that no rare and important antiques are leaving the country under the bulk export system; and if he will make a statement.

The bulk licensing system does not permit the export of important antiques without special scrutiny. I am not aware of any abuse.